Phishing Scheme
Please be aware of online phishing attempts impersonating Hamilton Public Library and Library Staff. HPL does not solicit paid freelance opportunities through social media or other messaging applications. HPL does not request personal or banking information through social media or require financial compensation when reviewing job applications. Please report phishing schemes to communications@hpl.ca. If you think you are a victim of fraud, please call the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Turner Park Branch - Large Format Printer Unavailable
The large format printer at Turner Park is currently unavailable. Please utilize our other Makerspace locations if needed. We will advise once it is restored to service.
Roadwork near Barton Branch
Starting Monday March 17, the City of Hamilton begins roadwork on Wilson Street and Sherman Avenue. The construction will be completed in stages until December 2025. There may be traffic delays if you are planning to visit the Barton Branch.
Makerspace Price Guide
All prices are subject to applicable taxes.
Category |
Service |
Price |
3D Printing |
Filament |
$0.10 per gram (minimum $1) |
3D Printing |
Resin |
$0.30 per gram (minimum $1) |
Large Format Printing (cost of ink per ml + cost of material per foot) |
Ink |
$0.75 per ml |
Matte and Satin Paper |
$2.50 per foot |
|
Vinyl Cutting and Printing (cost of ink per ml + cost of material per foot) |
Ink |
$0.75 per ml |
Clear, Matte, Glossy |
$2 per foot |
|
Vinyl cutting |
Vinyl |
$1 per foot |
Cricut |
Vinyl |
$1.00 per sheet |
Cricut |
Cardstock |
$0.50 per sheet |
Textiles |
Embroidery |
$2 per 10,000 stitches ($2 minimum) |
Textiles |
Backing Material |
$0.50 per foot (1-foot minimum) |
Textiles |
Standard Sewing |
$1.50 per 30 min |
Textiles |
Serger Sewing |
$3 per 30 min |
Laser Cutting and Engraving |
12x19 in Board |
$10 per board |
Laser Cutting and Engraving |
12x9 in Board |
$5 per board |
Lamination |
Letter Size |
$1 per sheet |
Button Maker |
Buttons |
$0.50 per button |
Book Binder |
Binding |
$2 per binding |
** With the exception of the Large Format Printer, we are able to estimate how much a project will cost before it is run.
** As per our guidelines, we will only use materials that are available in the Makerspace.